State Park · Cincinnati
Smale Riverfront Park
Why Scout picked it
Smale Riverfront Park is a free outdoor destination perfect for a 2-3 hour family outing or solo walk along the river. It offers playgrounds and views, best enjoyed on a clear day.
Featured in these outings
- Riverside Brunch & Scenic Views — Savor a delicious brunch with a view at a riverside restaurant, featuring New American fare and a wraparound patio. Afterwards, take a short walk to Smale Riverfront Park to enjoy the gardens, playground, and panoramic paths along the Ohio River.
While you're nearby
- Sports & RecreationDevou Park Golf & Event Center
- NightlifeWunderbar!
Funky, neighborhood nook with housemade sausages & other German nibbles, plus craft beers & a patio.
- WellnessCathedral Basilica of the Assumption
Gothic-style church with gargoyles, mosaics, a marble altar & elaborate stained glass windows.
- Food & DrinkLibby’s Southern Comfort
Southern classics like mac & cheese, fried green tomatoes & po' boys in a snug former grocery store.
Scout verified August 2026